Clinical Support Worker Higher Level – Theatre Nursing

Job Description

The role:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Band 3 Health Care Support Worker to join our busy and supportive theatre departments in Glasgow Royal Infirmary and Stobhill ACH. You will play a vital role in supporting smooth and safe running of out theatres, working alongside a multidisciplinary team including surgeons, anaesthetist, ODPs and Nurses.

The working and learning environment within theatres is one where you can feel proud to provide a high standard of care to the patients and this role is perfect for a Health Care Support Worker with an interest in the theatre environment.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Location based in Glasgow Royal Infirmary and Stobhill ACH
• Permanent Contract
• Full-time (36 hours per week) and Part-time (33.12 hours per week and 8.12 hours per week) positions available
• Shift pattern for this post is initially day shift – 4 shifts Monday to Friday however an expectancy to be able to be fully rotational 7 days/nights is essential during orientation and training period.
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

Key responsibilities:

• Main duties and responsibilities would be to assist in preparing operating theatres before and after surgical procedures.
• Transport of patients to and from theatres ensuring comfort, safety and dignity.
• Support for clinical staff when preparing patients for surgery.
• Maintaining cleanliness and infection control standards in all theatre areas.
• Handle and manage surgical instruments, equipment and sterile supplies.
• Carry out stock checks and ensuring adequate supplies of consumables.
• Assist in emergency situations following protocols under supervision.
• Provide general administrative and support tasks as required.
• The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to plan and prioritise workload efficiently, the skill to deliver a high standard of quality care and the ability to further your personal development.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Have continued to develop professionally by obtained knowledge, keeping updated and learning new skills by attending relevant study days, practical training and teaching sessions and any relevant short courses.
• Highly developed knowledge of specialist perioperative care, tasks, policies and procedures within the perioperative area and relevant legislation governing them.
• Ability to act responsibly when carrying out clinical procedures and recording clinical information reporting any anomalies
• Able to understand and use a variety of perioperative documentation accurately following induction and on the job training.
• For those with a on call requirement the Postholder will be expected to have a sound knowledge of a range of specialities within the perioperative area which will be gained through on the job experience of a minimum of six months
• Acquired through experience and on the job training a broad range of technical skills in checking and troubleshooting perioperative equipment and machinery which is used routinely and non -routinely.
• Must be able to use existing knowledge ,experience and initiative to be able to carry out some non-routine tasks as they arise either on call , in emergency situations or when working in a new specialist area within the perioperative environment.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work unsupervised in a busy acute environment
• Able to demonstrate own work activities to new or less experience staff.

What we offer:

• We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
• As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Equal Opportunities and EEO statements:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

NHSGGC recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.